Houston's top picks for barbecue

By Syd Kearney. Photos compiled by Andrea Waguespack.

You simply cannot visit Texas and not try the barbecue. Lucky for you, Houston has really stepped up its game in recent years. After years of being overshadowed by Hill Country power smokers like Franklin, Mueller and Snow’s, Houston’s pitmasters are serving up notable briskets, ribs and sausage. Here are some barbecue joints we recommend.